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This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/AwesomeCast Here’s a detailed podcast description for this episode of AwesomeCast, including bulleted summaries of the news stories and gadgets discussed, along with relevant links extracted from the spreadsheet:
Hosts: Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar
Welcome to another episode of AwesomeCast, where we dive into the latest in tech, gadgets, and digital trends! This week, we cover a range of topics, from near-Earth asteroids to the latest iPhone video tech and even a trip down memory lane with old-school memory cards. Let’s get into it!
📰 Tech News & Discussions
🔭 An Asteroid Almost Hit Earth – But Didn’t!
• Scientists discovered an asteroid that had a 3% chance of hitting Earth in 2032, but recent observations confirmed it won’t be impacting us.
• Discussion on how orbital mechanics work, and why early detection is crucial for planetary defense.
• Reference to NASA’s DART mission, which tested a method of deflecting asteroids by nudging them with a spacecraft.
🔒 John Oliver’s Take on Online Privacy
• John Oliver’s recent segment on data privacy exposed how Meta (Facebook, Instagram) collects and uses user data.
• The johnoliverwantsyourraterotica.com site offers tools to limit how much Meta profits from your data.
• Tips on how to unlink accounts, disable data tracking, and regain control over your privacy.
🔗 John Oliver’s Privacy Guide
📱 Photoshop Now on iPhone!
• Adobe Photoshop has officially arrived for iPhone, offering AI-powered image editing and advanced tools.
• How the mobile version stacks up against the desktop/iPad versions.
• Comparison with Lightroom and other Adobe mobile apps for content creators.
🔗 Adobe Photoshop for iPhone
📆 Skylight Calendar – The Ultimate Digital Family Organizer
• A smart digital calendar that syncs across Google, Apple, and Outlook accounts.
• Features include color-coded tasks, meal planning, weather integration, and shared family access.
• Discussion on whether privacy concerns outweigh the convenience.
🔗 Skylight Calendar
📱 Gadget Highlights & Reviews
📹 The iPhone’s USB-C Video Transfer – Game-Changer for Creators
• Sorg finally puts his iPhone 15 Pro’s USB-C port to the test by transferring massive video files to an external SSD.
• The speed improvement compared to AirDrop and iCloud downloads.
• How this tech benefits videographers and journalists on the go.
🔗 Recommended USB-C SSDs for iPhone
🕹️ Old-School Memory Cards & the Wild West of Storage
• A nostalgic trip through the evolution of memory storage, from miniSD to Sony Memory Sticks.
• Comparison of storage sizes then vs. now—how we went from MBs to TBs in portable storage.
• The awkwardness of proprietary formats like Sony’s Memory Stick Pro and Olympus SmartMedia.
🦋 Experience Wonder – A Smart Camera for Pollinators
• A new Kickstarter project designed to track butterflies, bees, and other pollinators in your garden.
• Smart AI-powered camera captures wildlife and helps with conservation efforts.
• A perfect gadget for gardeners and nature lovers looking to attract pollinators.
🔗 Experience Wonder – Pre-Order
✨ Special Shoutouts & Upcoming Guests!
• Pittsburgh Hills Instagram Feature – A popular Instagram account highlighting steep streets in Pittsburgh will be featured on next week’s show.
• 412 Thrive Runway Event – Katie is participating in a vintage fashion runway show for a great cause!
🔗 412 Thrive – Event Info
🔗 Follow & Support AwesomeCast!
📌 Subscribe & Watch:
• 🎥 YouTube: AwesomeCast Channel
• 🎙️ Podcast: AwesomeCast on Apple Podcasts
• 💬 Socials: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
• ☕ Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/AwesomeCast
Thanks for tuning in! See you next time for more tech, gadgets, and geeky fun! 🚀💻🎙️
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This week’s episode brought to you by Indy Wrestling US, Slice on Broadway, Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.Patreon.com/AwesomeCast Here’s a detailed podcast description for this episode of AwesomeCast, including bulleted summaries of the news stories and gadgets discussed, along with relevant links extracted from the spreadsheet:
Hosts: Michael Sorg, Katie Dudas, and Dave Podnar
Welcome to another episode of AwesomeCast, where we dive into the latest in tech, gadgets, and digital trends! This week, we cover a range of topics, from near-Earth asteroids to the latest iPhone video tech and even a trip down memory lane with old-school memory cards. Let’s get into it!
📰 Tech News & Discussions
🔭 An Asteroid Almost Hit Earth – But Didn’t!
• Scientists discovered an asteroid that had a 3% chance of hitting Earth in 2032, but recent observations confirmed it won’t be impacting us.
• Discussion on how orbital mechanics work, and why early detection is crucial for planetary defense.
• Reference to NASA’s DART mission, which tested a method of deflecting asteroids by nudging them with a spacecraft.
🔒 John Oliver’s Take on Online Privacy
• John Oliver’s recent segment on data privacy exposed how Meta (Facebook, Instagram) collects and uses user data.
• The johnoliverwantsyourraterotica.com site offers tools to limit how much Meta profits from your data.
• Tips on how to unlink accounts, disable data tracking, and regain control over your privacy.
🔗 John Oliver’s Privacy Guide
📱 Photoshop Now on iPhone!
• Adobe Photoshop has officially arrived for iPhone, offering AI-powered image editing and advanced tools.
• How the mobile version stacks up against the desktop/iPad versions.
• Comparison with Lightroom and other Adobe mobile apps for content creators.
🔗 Adobe Photoshop for iPhone
📆 Skylight Calendar – The Ultimate Digital Family Organizer
• A smart digital calendar that syncs across Google, Apple, and Outlook accounts.
• Features include color-coded tasks, meal planning, weather integration, and shared family access.
• Discussion on whether privacy concerns outweigh the convenience.
🔗 Skylight Calendar
📱 Gadget Highlights & Reviews
📹 The iPhone’s USB-C Video Transfer – Game-Changer for Creators
• Sorg finally puts his iPhone 15 Pro’s USB-C port to the test by transferring massive video files to an external SSD.
• The speed improvement compared to AirDrop and iCloud downloads.
• How this tech benefits videographers and journalists on the go.
🔗 Recommended USB-C SSDs for iPhone
🕹️ Old-School Memory Cards & the Wild West of Storage
• A nostalgic trip through the evolution of memory storage, from miniSD to Sony Memory Sticks.
• Comparison of storage sizes then vs. now—how we went from MBs to TBs in portable storage.
• The awkwardness of proprietary formats like Sony’s Memory Stick Pro and Olympus SmartMedia.
🦋 Experience Wonder – A Smart Camera for Pollinators
• A new Kickstarter project designed to track butterflies, bees, and other pollinators in your garden.
• Smart AI-powered camera captures wildlife and helps with conservation efforts.
• A perfect gadget for gardeners and nature lovers looking to attract pollinators.
🔗 Experience Wonder – Pre-Order
✨ Special Shoutouts & Upcoming Guests!
• Pittsburgh Hills Instagram Feature – A popular Instagram account highlighting steep streets in Pittsburgh will be featured on next week’s show.
• 412 Thrive Runway Event – Katie is participating in a vintage fashion runway show for a great cause!
🔗 412 Thrive – Event Info
🔗 Follow & Support AwesomeCast!
📌 Subscribe & Watch:
• 🎥 YouTube: AwesomeCast Channel
• 🎙️ Podcast: AwesomeCast on Apple Podcasts
• 💬 Socials: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
• ☕ Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/AwesomeCast
Thanks for tuning in! See you next time for more tech, gadgets, and geeky fun! 🚀💻🎙️
Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk